Bushel and Berry® Perpetua® Blueberry Bush
Vaccinium x 'ORUS-61-1'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
From | To | S&H |
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$0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
$20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
$50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
$70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
$100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
$130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
$150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
#1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
#3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
#6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
#7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Bushel and Berry® Perpetua® Blueberry Bush highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer
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Growing Zones 4-8
Two Crops Bushel and Berry® Perpetua® Blueberry Bush
- Half-High, Ornamental
- Two Crops of Dark Blue Berries in Summer and Fall
- Mid-Season and Late Season
- Mild Flavor Great for Kids
- Incredible Gift Plant or Patio Plant
- Double Display of Showy, White Blooms in Late Spring and Summer
- Beautiful, Dark Green Foliage
- Ornamental Purple and Red Fall Color
- Self-Pollinating, but You'll Get Larger Crops with Two Plants
There are many exciting advances in fruiting plants these days. Today's crazy-busy pace, hectic schedules and smaller lot sizes are forcing these improvements. People need more from their fruiting plants, and that's a win-win for you!
How about a compact Blueberry that gives you TWO crops a year? Fantastic!
If you love fresh-picked blueberries, you'll want to include Perpetua® Blueberry (Vaccinium x 'ORUS-61-1' PP#24,209) in your landscape this year. This cutting-edge variety produces two crops of tasty blueberries a year.
It will produce the first, showy, white blooms in late spring. These develop into yummy, deep-blue berries by mid-summer. But that's not all!
A second rebloom of flowers occurs in summertime. Get ready to pick another late-season crop of berries in the fall.
Perpetua does a great job of rounding out both the early season and the late season. Add other Blueberry varieties to extend your season of berries!
Don't have room? No problem. Perpetua is a self-pollinating variety, so you only need one plant.
Want a lot more berries? All fruiting plants - even if they are self-pollinating - seem to enjoy partner plants. For the biggest harvest, plant two Perpetuas, or get another variety from the expert growers at Nature Hills. If you are interested in tips on how to easily grow blueberries, click here to read our blog!
Perpetua has another big advantage over old-fashioned Blueberry varieties. Not only is this a double-cropping variety; it's also a gorgeous ornamental plant!
Part of the esteemed Bushel and Berry® collection, Perpetua is a compact shrub with upright canes. It grows into a well-balanced vase-shape.
The dark green foliage is glossy and cloaks the plant. They provide a fabulous foil for the lovely, white, bell-shaped flowers. The developing berries will also pop against that deep backdrop.
In late fall, the leaves burnish into a knockout purple and red fall color display. This noteworthy edible ornamental turns heads in all seasons.
They make incredible gift plants that are easy to care for, beautiful and produce two crops of healthy fruit a year. Better order quickly!
Many people across the country are on the hunt for this wonderful variety. Order Perpetua today!
#ProPlantTips for Care
Just like Azaleas, Blueberries need acidic, well-drained soil with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5 to do well. Pick up an inexpensive soil tester to find out how acidic your soil is.
If your soil is alkaline, you can either prepare a wide planting hole, amended with acidifying Sulphur, Peat Moss and 25% Pathway Bark. Or, push the easy button and grow your Perpetua in a container.
Pro Tip: It's easier to keep the soil pH acidic in a smaller environment, like a garden container. Dr. Earth Acid Lovers Organic and Natural Planting Mix. Fertilize with Dr. Earth Acid Lovers Organic and Natural Premium Fertilizer acidic fertilizer according to the directions on the label.
Oftentimes, city water can be quite alkaline. If you have a Rain Barrel, use neutral pH rainwater to water your blueberries.
Plant one in a pretty pot for your patio, or use two as Thrillers on either side of your doorway. You'll be right on-trend. Foodies and health nuts alike are really loving edible landscaping these days!
Perpetua will also look outstanding included in your mixed garden borders. Use it anywhere you want a hard-working accent. Just ensure you can easily reach all the way around your plants for harvest.
This is perfect for Kitchen Gardens, and Children's Gardens, too. What a nice way to share the wonders of Nature with the special kids in your life.
In colder areas, you can give Perpetua Blueberry a spot in full sun. However, in hot areas, it's best to provide protection from the hot afternoon sun.
Why not plant them on the east side of your house? Or jazz up mature evergreen trees with a pretty row of Perpetua in containers.
You'll enjoy fresh-picked, Perpetua double cropping blueberries in mid-summer, and again in fall. What a treat! Order yours today.